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GG

Abbreviation for Grundgesetz

In short and in plain language

The GG is the Basic Law, the constitution of Germany.

It protects basic rights such as free speech.

This can matter when there is a critical review online. Then the question is: do you have to accept it, or can it be removed?

Definition
The GG is the Basic Law, the constitution of the Federal Republic of Germany. It protects fundamental rights such as freedom of expression. This can matter, for example, when deciding whether a critical online review has to be accepted or can be removed.